1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Rekord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |